Daniel LaFountaine '09

Dan was born April 21, 1987 in St. Cloud, MN to Michael and Janna (Larson) LaFountaine. He excelled at and graduated from St. Cloud Apollo High School and Grinnell College (IA) before moving to Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dan was employed as a director of operations in the home health care field in Albuquerque. Dan is remembered by all for always being in a conversation about politics, loving a good argument, problem solving ability, never ending discussions and his high intelligence. His talents and achievements will be remembered forever by his many teachers, coaches, and classmates in orchestra, FPS, athletic teams and particularly by his tennis teammates, and opponents alike. Dan cherished traditions, especially his grandmother¹s Swedish meatballs and rice pudding at Christmas and family week every summer in Park Rapids with the Schwegmans and Allens. His life changed when he spent a semester studying in Egypt, returning with a true worldview. Competition was a joy for Dan whether in ping pong, cribbage, on the basketball or tennis court, or putt putt.

• USTA, "Section Mourns Death of Dan LaFountaine." March 6, 2013.